Tokyo, February 8, 2019 – Subaru Corporation unveiled the all-new 2020 Legacy sedan (US Spec) at the 2019 Chicago Auto Show on February 7 (local time in Chicago).

Subaru Legacy, which has been Subaru’s flagship sedan since its debut in 1989, turns into the seventh generation with this all-new model. In its 30 years of history, Legacy has been enriching the lives of its owners as a vehicle that accompanies them in their day-to-day lives, by offering a broader range of lifestyles and enjoyment. This seventh generation also carries the same value and has enhanced it under the product concept of “a sedan offering a go-anywhere, do-anything driving experience with a peace of mind”.

The all-new Legacy is powered by either a 2.4-litre turbocharged BOXER engine delivering strong torque output from low RPM or a 2.5-litre normally-aspirated BOXER engine with improved efficiency thanks to direct injection system. Combined with the new engine is the Subaru Global Platform which optimizes the body rigidity, and Legacy’s dynamic performance has been significantly enhanced as a result. In addition, Subaru’s exclusive EyeSight driver assist system comes standard in all trims and now equipped for the first time in the U.S. with the Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control including new Lane Centering function. Driver monitoring system*1 also supports the safe driving and brings peace of mind to passengers.

The exterior design incorporates a sleek silhouette that appears to be in motion even when stopped, larger thickness in profile panel surfaces and a thicker appearance. As a result, the Legacy embodies solid toughness and a dynamic active image at the same time. For the interior, an updated infotainment system featuring a new 11.6-inch tablet style large screen has been applied and adds innovative new functions to the high-quality interior which Legacy has carried for generations.

With a lot of additional enhancements, the all-new Legacy will deliver safer and more enjoyable life with “a sedan offering a go-anywhere, do-anything driving experience with a peace of mind” which meets the demands for the coming era.

The 2020 Legacy will go on sale at U.S. Subaru retailers this fall.

Main features of the new Legacy (US Spec)

1. Enjoyment and peace of mind in any driving scene supported by superior dynamic quality

Improved control, stability, ride comfort, and quietness of the new Legacy enables worry-free driving in a variety of scenes, from cities to long drives, in any weather conditions

Significant enhancement in dynamic quality thanks to stiffer and lighter body structure with Subaru first full inner frame construction in which the outer panels are welded to the structure after the entire body framework is assembled

Newly designed dampers and reduced unsprung weight due to the application of lightweight parts including aluminium lower L-arm contribute to much improved handling and ride comfort

Updated Starlink infotainment system with available 11.6-inch tablet-style touch screen equipped with a newly designed Human Machine Interface enables smartphone-like operation of various functions consolidated on one large screen

In addition to Apple CarPlay*3 and Android AutoTM*4, the SUBARU STARLINK now supports SmartDeviceLinkTM*5 which enables the use of various apps regardless of a smartphone operating system

Telematics system with additional functions including Wi-Fi hotspot and remote engine starter for more convenience

Available Driver Monitoring System, which can alert the driver to signs of drowsiness or distraction on the road as well as automatically adjusting driver settings for seat position, door mirror angles and air-conditioning preferences with utilization of face recognition technology

New Legacy is equipped with functions which support a wide range of active lifestyles, beyond traditional sedans. Standard roof carrier brackets for easy installation of roof carriers. Large trunk space which can swallow four full-size roller bags

9. Overall safety top in its class

Primary Safety enhanced further

The excellent high eye-level view and careful optimization of the shape of the pillars have reduced blind spots and provides outstanding visibility

Optimization of the seat shape and cushion materials helps to reduce driver fatigue

Driving performance which the driver can depend on in the unlikely event of an Incident—Active Safety

Active Torque Vectoring ensures that the driver is in control of the vehicle, exactly as the driver intended

Comprehensive advanced safety systems—Preventive Safety

Subaru’s exclusive EyeSight driver assist system comes standard in all trims and now equipped for the first time in the U.S. with the new Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control including new Lane Centering function

EyeSight assist monitor notifies the system activation status with LED lighting projected on the windshield

Driver Monitoring System supports safe driving by providing a warning when it detects signs of distraction or drowsiness

Standard LED headlights for better night-time visibility

Reverse Automatic Braking helps to avoid collisions when reversing and mitigates the damage in case of collision

Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection system senses vehicles approaching from the rear and gives an audio and visual alert

Front view monitor captures images within the driver’s blind spots in front of the vehicle and displays a 180-degree view on the 11.6-inch display

An increase in the amount of high-tensile steel panel materials ensures improved protection in frontal, side and rear end collision

*1： “DriverFocus” for US model

*2： Continuously variable transmission (CVT) with fully automatic electronic control *3： Apple CarPlay is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. in the United States and other territories. *4： Android AutoTM is a registered trademark of Google LLC. in the United States and other territories. *5： SmartDeviceLinkTM is a registered trademark of SmartDeviceLink Consortium, Inc. in the United States and other territories.